Vice Burger
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
74
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Vice Burger stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Miami Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed by the ice machine.
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of water bottles on the floor by the entrance.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled throughout the kitchen.
02D-01-5
74
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef over whole beef in the walk in cooler. The manager moved the ground beef to the correct shelf.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large pot on top of the sink. The food handler removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed under the front counter. The manager secured the tanks. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle on a preparation table. The manager discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The food handler removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler fan guard, gasket and shelving soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over French fries at reach in freezer.
08A-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled at cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
64
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Hector Jorge Aguila, Lazaro Cortina Dominguez, Yoandi Castañeda, Windy Desire and Liliana Aguilera with no certificate.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed burgers not linked to consumer advisory in menu.
02B-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Sep 14, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at walk-in cooler. Chef arranged products by cooking temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
78
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license dated October 1, 2022. Observed 2 food employees engaged in food preparation, such as cooking and assembling burgers, while serving 5+ customers. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event cleanup to be provided to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed boxes of gloves stored in handwash sink, located next to prep cooler and across from cookline. Boxes of gloves were removed from inside handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. No food manager certification provided or made available at time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. None provided at the time of inspection. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no food employee training provided for Edward P. hired more than 60 days, present at time of inspection. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed employee reporting agreement form to be provided to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. None provided at the time of inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water when hot water faucet handle was tuned on, unable to take temperature, located next to prep cooler and across from cookline. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted or observed at the time of inspection. Printed choking hazard poster to be provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed interior of ice bucket wet, not in use, stored on top of ice machine, not kept inverted. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on counter where straws, cups and lids are stored, behind front counter. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks located at prep cooler, across from cookline. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located under front counter. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed plastic forks, not kept inverted, located at holding container, where straws, cups and plastic lids are kept. **Warning**
25-02-4
29
Jul 15, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed and provided operator choking poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vice Burger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vice Burger on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vice Burger?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Vice Burger.
How does Vice Burger compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Vice Burger most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Vice Burger's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vice Burger have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Vice Burger means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Vice Burger inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vice Burger is inspected around two times per year on average.
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